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$452,052$291 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $315,000 on Jul 11, 2005

1252 EMERALD RIDGE DR

WESTMINSTER, MD 21158
2
Baths
1,556 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1.06 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$452K
$435K low$469K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$315,000 · Jul 11, 2005
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$122,802
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$98,242
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.71%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$282,000
NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC · recorded Jul 19, 2021
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$47,250
FREMONT INVESTMENT & LOAN

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,105 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$384,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$130,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$254,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$361,233
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$384,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCARROLL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.06
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 308 ft²Porch · 308 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Westminster Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.7 mi
M
Westminster East Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi
H
Winters Mill High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi

District: Carroll County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21158These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,498
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.288 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$112,468
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$135,145
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1252 Emerald Ridge Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Westminster 21158
  • Older than 75% of homes in Westminster 21158

What homes are worth in Westminster 21158

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$238K$833K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Westminster 21158.

How it measures up in Westminster 21158

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Westminster 21158.

Estimated value$452,052
CheaperTypical $446,463Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$291
CheaperTypical $251Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,556 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,760 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size1.06 ac
SmallerTypical 0.81 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 1252 Emerald Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWestminster 21158Carroll County
Estimated valuepricier than$452,05251% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29179% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than1,556 ft²41% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.06 ac58% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than197425% of homes31% of homes

About 1252 Emerald Ridge Dr

How much is 1252 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1252 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD is $452,052 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $434,903 to $469,201. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1252 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD last sell?

1252 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD last sold on Jul 11, 2005 for $315,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1252 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD?

1252 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD has 2 bathrooms, 1,556 square feet of living space and a 1.06-acre lot.

When was 1252 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD built?

1252 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1252 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD?

1252 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD is assigned to Westminster Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Westminster East Middle School (middle), rated C+; Winters Mill High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Carroll County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1252 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD compare to other homes in Westminster 21158?

Among the 7,108 homes in Westminster 21158, it is worth more than 51% of them ($452,052 against a typical $446,463), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($291 against a typical $251), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,556 ft² against a typical 1,760 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (1.06 ac against a typical 0.81 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1974 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Carroll County, it is worth more than 45% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1252 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1252 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD was $4,105. The county assessed it at $384,800.

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